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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in online learning are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions have to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these intriguing new open education ventures. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also researches the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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